Heavily: meaning, definitions and examples

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heavily

[ˈhɛvɪli ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

adverb of manner

To a great degree; in a serious manner. Used to emphasize the extent or degree of something.

Synonyms

deeply, intensely, seriously, vigorously.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
heavily	Use when describing something done with great weight, force, or intensity, often in a physical or figurative sense. He breathed heavily after running the marathon. The economy is heavily dependent on tourism.
intensely	Use when talking about something very strong or extreme, often involving emotions, effort, or concentration. She looked at him intensely, hoping for a response. He worked intensely on the project for hours.
seriously	Use when describing something important, significant, or requiring careful thought and attention. It can have a more formal or negative connotation. We need to take this problem seriously. He spoke seriously about their future plans.
deeply	Use when expressing something profound, emotional, or thorough, often in an abstract sense. She was deeply moved by the speech. We need to think deeply about this issue.
vigorously	Use when describing actions done with a lot of energy, strength, or enthusiasm, often in a physical manner. They protested vigorously against the new law. She scrubbed the floor vigorously to remove the stains.

Examples of usage

She relied heavily on her friends for support during difficult times.
The rain fell heavily, causing flooding in the streets.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word has roots in Old English, where 'heaf' meant 'heavy' or 'weighty'.
The '-ly' suffix turns the adjective 'heavy' into an adverb, indicating the manner of an action.
The word gained popularity in English literature around the 14th century.

Psychology

Research shows that descriptors like 'heavily' can influence people's perception of weight and burden in everyday scenarios.
In psychological studies, people often report feeling more stressed or burdened when they repeatedly hear or read heavy descriptors.
The use of heavy language can evoke strong emotional responses, leading to feelings of urgency or distress.

Literature

In poetry, 'heavily' is often used to create a somber or serious tone, enhancing the reader’s emotional experience.
Famous authors, like Shakespeare, utilized such adverbs to deepen the impact of their character descriptions and scenarios.
In fiction, 'heavily' can signify more than weight; it often symbolizes emotional weight or burden on characters.

Science

In physics, the term ‘heavily’ often describes materials with high density, such as metals compared to water.
Astrophysicists use 'heavily' to compare celestial bodies' mass, indicating gravitational strength and influence.
The concept of heaviness relates to gravity, and terms like 'heavily' help describe experiences of weight in various environments, such as being on Earth versus the Moon.

Pop Culture

In music, the term 'heavily' is often used to describe genres or songs that have a strong, intense style, like heavy metal.
Movies often use the concept of heaviness to describe major themes such as loss, burden, or intense conflict.
Popular phrases in media, like 'heavily influenced,' indicate strong inspirations on creators from various sources.

Translations

Translations of the word "heavily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pesadamente

🇮🇳 भारी रूप से

🇩🇪 schwer

🇮🇩 berat

🇺🇦 важко

🇵🇱 ciężko

🇯🇵 重く

🇫🇷 lourdement

🇪🇸 pesadamente

🇹🇷 ağır bir şekilde

🇰🇷 무겁게

🇸🇦 بثقل

🇨🇿 těžce

🇸🇰 ťažko

🇨🇳 沉重地

🇸🇮 težko

🇮🇸 þunglega

🇰🇿 ауыр түрде

🇬🇪 მძიმედ

🇦🇿 ağır

🇲🇽 pesadamente

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,078, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.

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3079 violent
3080 automatic
3081 solely
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